How to get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train?

From Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train

To get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 15 bus from Chelmsford Center station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the 450 bus from Congress St @ Haymarket Sta station to Washington St @ New Derby St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $16.60. The bus and train schedule from Chelmsford Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

198min$16.60
Bus - 1515
Train - LOWELL
Bus - 450450
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelmsford Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chelmsford Center
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lowell
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #324 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Congress St @ Haymarket Sta
    ID 117
    670 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Bus - 450450
    Wait for bus
    450
    Salem Depot
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington St @ New Derby St
    ID 4562
    58 min
  • 10
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train via 15, LOWELL and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 15 bus from Chelmsford Center station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $20.35. The bus and train schedule from Chelmsford Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

224min$20.35
Bus - 1515
Train - LOWELL
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelmsford Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chelmsford Center
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lowell
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #328 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 9
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA

The distance between Chelmsford Center and Salem, MA is approximately 47.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 198 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Salem – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chelmsford Center) and destination (Salem, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train via 15, LOWELL and NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT

To get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 15 bus from Chelmsford Center station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOWELL train and finally take the NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT train from North Station station to Salem station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $20.35. The bus and train schedule from Chelmsford Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Salem, MA on the Moovit app.

224min$20.35
Bus - 1515
Train - LOWELL
Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
Walk to Salem, MA
Leaves from Chelmsford Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chelmsford Center
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Kennedy Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lowell
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #328 | North Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Station
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORTNEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    Wait for train
    NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT
    #33 | Rockport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salem
    32 min
  • 9
    Walk to Salem, MA
    Walk to
    Salem, MA
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA?

    The fastest way takes 198 minutes, using Bus line 15, Train line LOWELL, Bus line 450.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA?

    The alternative route takes 224 minutes, using Bus line 15, Train line LOWELL, Train line NEWBURYPORT/ROCKPORT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford Center and Salem, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA?

    The 15 bus line goes from Kennedy Center station near Chelmsford Center in Boston to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station near Salem, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford Center and Salem, MA by bus and train is about 3 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chelmsford Center to get to Salem, MA?

    Get on the 15 bus from the Kennedy Center stop near Chelmsford Center in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chelmsford Center and Salem, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center stop, which is closest to Salem, MA.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA?

    The ride from Chelmsford Center to Salem, MA costs $16.60.

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